Climate Change Law in China in Global Context

Climate Change Law in China in Global Context explores how China's legal system is being mobilized to support greenhouse gas emissions reduction and adaptation to climate change. It provides a comprehensive and critical account of China's laws, implementation, and reforms in response to the 2015 Paris Agreement.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 236 pages
Publication date: 29 April 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

In the realm of climate change law in China, a profound shift is underway as the country's legal system gradually mobilizes its resources to support the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and adapt to the changing climate. This insightful collection of essays, penned by seven esteemed scholars, delves into the intricate details of this transformative process. While there has been limited English scholarship on the legal regime for climate change in China, this volume seeks to bridge that gap and provide a comprehensive analysis of recent efforts by the country to build resilience against the impacts of climate change and fulfill its international commitments on mitigation.

The authors of this book go beyond mere legal abstractions, emphasizing the practical implementation and integration of these laws in everyday life. They shed light on China's current legal framework, as well as the laws that are currently in the pipeline and the evolving relationship between law and policy. Furthermore, the book explores the changing status of law in response to the 2015 Paris Agreement on Climate Change, highlighting the necessary reforms that will be required to achieve the ambitious goals set forth in this international accord.

This comprehensive and critical account of China's legal systems response to the pressures of climate change holds immense value for scholars of international law, environmental law, and Chinese law alike. It offers a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities that China faces in its efforts to combat climate change, and provides valuable insights into the legal mechanisms that can facilitate or hinder these efforts. As the world grapples with the urgent need to address the impacts of climate change, this book serves as a valuable resource for policymakers, activists, and anyone interested in understanding the complex legal landscape of this critical global issue.

Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367509705